1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1969 Abarth 1300 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,266 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 614 kg more than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (160 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm). This means 1954 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Abarth | Lancia |
| Model | 1300 | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2670 mm |
